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Hail and strong winds damage over 1,000 houses in Lao Cai

Heavy rain, hail and strong winds have damaged more than 1,000 houses in the northern province of Lao Cai, injuring four people and causing losses estimated at about VND 35 billion (USD 1.3 million).

Lam Dong to spend VND 48 bln to protect Xuan Huong Lake

Authorities in Lam Dong Province have approved a VND 48 billion (USD 1.83 million) project to dredge a sedimentation pond to curb pollution and protect Xuan Huong Lake in Dalat.

Police probe youths filmed throwing powder from motorbikes in Vinh Long

Traffic police in Vinh Long Province are investigating a group of youths filmed riding motorbikes side by side while throwing powder on a local road.

Train carriage fire reported on Haiphong to Hanoi route

A carriage on a passenger train from Haiphong to Hanoi caught fire near Tien Trung Station on April 17, with no casualties reported.

Two year old dies after being left in car for hours

A two year old girl in Nghe An Province has died after being left in a locked car for several hours, in an incident that has shocked the local community.

Vietnam twins born 13 weeks apart in rare medical case

One twin in Vietnam was delivered at 25 weeks, while the other remained in the womb for a further 13 weeks, in a rare case described as a milestone in the country’s obstetrics.

Lam Dong fishermen release endangered turtle back to sea

Fishermen in Lam Dong Province have rescued and released a rare hawksbill sea turtle after it became entangled in a plastic fishing net.

South Korea’s president Lee Jae Myung to visit Vietnam

South Korea’s president Lee Jae Myung will pay a four day state visit to Vietnam from April 21 to 24 at the invitation of To Lam, marking his first trip as head of state.

Injured South Korean seafarer brought to HCM City for treatment

Border guards in HCM City have rescued a South Korean seafarer injured at sea and transported him ashore for urgent medical treatment.

Overpass at landslide site on Dalat pass set to open

An overpass built across a landslide site on Mimosa Pass in Dalat is nearing completion and is expected to open before the Reunification Day (April 30) and May Day holiday.

Unreasonable fare hikes to be curbed during holiday period

Deputy Prime Minister Pham Gia Tuc signed a directive to boost transport and ensure traffic safety during the Hung Kings’ Commemoration Day and Reunification Day (April 30)-May Day holidays.

Fake medicine ring using paracetamol broken up in HCM City

Police in HCM City have dismantled a counterfeit medicine operation that mixed paracetamol into herbal products, arresting three suspects accused of large scale illegal production and distribution.

Couple rescued after being swept out to sea in Vung Tau

A couple was rescued after being swept out to sea while swimming at a beach in Vung Tau, Ho Chi Minh City, on April 16.

Northern Vietnam braces for downpours after heatwave

Northern Vietnam is forecast to face three waves of heavy rain between April 16 and April 25, with risks of strong winds, hail and lightning following a period of intense heat.

Hanoi plans AI cameras at slaughterhouses, wholesale markets

Authorities in Hanoi plan to install 100 AI-powered cameras at slaughterhouses, wholesale markets and street food areas to tackle food safety violations.

Rare red-faced macaque spotted at Hue pagoda

A rare red-faced stump-tailed macaque weighing about 3.5 kilogrammes was found at a pagoda in Hue City and later handed over to authorities in line with wildlife protection regulations.

Thanh Hoa Police seize over 2,300 guns, dozens of bombs and mines

Police in Thanh Hoa Province have confiscated more than 2,300 guns and dozens of explosive devices over the past year as part of a crackdown on illegal weapons.

Hanoi-Quang Ninh high-speed rail unveiled, set for 2028 completion

Vietnam has broken ground on a high-speed rail line linking Hanoi and Quang Ninh, with travel time expected to be cut to just 23 minutes.

Khanh Hoa deports 30 foreigners over legal violations

Authorities in Khanh Hoa Province have deported 30 Chinese nationals for legal violations, including three individuals wanted by Chinese authorities, following coordinated inspections in Nha Trang.

Hanoi begins tree removal for metro line 2 construction

Hanoi has begun removing and relocating hundreds of trees along Truong Chinh Street to clear space for underground metro stations, including the Pham Van Bach (S10) stop.

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